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Motion by M. Ames, seconded by A. Lifsey to proceed with
applying for a Special Use Liquor License for the April 25,
2019 Whitetail Unlimited Banquet event.
Motion passed unanimously.
the 2019 camping season. He also provided an update
on winter camping as of the January 12, 2019 (2 of the 10
sites on the plowed loop are rented).
E. Johnson reported that the new wheel loader was
delivered before the end of the year. The salvage value
from the old loader was estimated to be $9,000 minus any
workorders for damage diagnoses. The workorder to
determine that the loader was terminal and beyond repair
came in at $5000. The net check we received after expense
was $4,014.65.
E. Johnson discussed a proposal he received from Fire
Chief John Jones to submit a grant request to Presque
Isle Gas and Electric Cooperative (PIE&G) Community
First Program. E. Johnson researched the requirements
with PIE&G directly and they stated CCR does not qualify
because CCR in not a Federal 501c(3) tax-exempt
organization.
E. Johnson reported that Canada Creek Ranch has
recently been certified under the (FSC) Forest Stewardship
Council. This is a nationally recognized certification for
landowners that practice responsible forestry
regeneration. This certification should be beneficial to
the Ranch and have a positive impact when we are looking
for markets to sell our harvested timber.
E. Johnson reported that the dining room carpet project
start date may get pushed to a later date due to putting
electrical outlets in the floor by the buffet. Once started,
the installation should take four to five days.
E. Johnson reported that surveyors will be in the
campground next week as part of the work to replace
the old water, sewer and electric on loop 2 (campsites 11-
20) in the Spring.
E. Johnson reported on the status of the logging in the
hunting area. Currently the loggers are working along
the 3-4 trail and Abbie’s Knob.
Motion by F. Calabro seconded by V. Kaszonyi to accept the
Manager’s report.
Motion passed unanimously.
E. Johnson reported that the annual external financial
audit is scheduled and will begin February 11, 2019.
E. Johnson provided information on the new text
communications program recently implemented. This
provides another communication means to get important
information to members (especially important in
potential emergency situations). Members with text
capability are automatically included in the program
unless they notify the office that they want to opt out. Old Business/Open Issues Log
Item #290 – Strategic Planning Development Update -
R. Karbon provided the update which addressed the
following items:
E. Johnson reported on the action taken by Riverside
Energy last month to shut-in 19 of our gas wells on CCR
property. E. Johnson is working with the gas and oil
attorney to ensure all provisions in the CCR/Riverside
lease agreement are followed. Riverside has 6 months
from the date the wells were shut-in to decide their next
action. • Reminded the Directors that the information obtained
from the completion of two (SWOT) sessions (Strengths,
Weakness Opportunities and Threats) and the recent
member survey were the main source in development of
goals and supporting objectives that will be reflected in
the Strategic Plan.
• M. Ames will replace D. Smith on the Strategic
Planning Committee (sub-committee of the Board).
• Stressed that the Goals and Objectives are for the Board
to own; commitment is essential.
E. Johnson provided a follow up on the purchase of the
Fire Department pumper truck in December. Discussion
followed regarding timing and the amount of money to
transfer from the Resources Fund to reimburse the
Operating Fund for the purchase. The transfer will take
place later this year after analysis of other Resource Fund
project are considered.
• He indicated progress of the committee is in the final
stages.
Item #304 – Publishing of Home Addresses for 1 st and
2 nd Readings - This will be addressed at February Board
meeting. R. Karbon indicated that this would also be
discussed at the annual Board training on January 20,
2019.
E. Johnson reported the Whitetail Unlimited Banquet will
take place at the Ranch House on April 25, 2019. This
event requires a Special Use Liquor License. E. Johnson
asked permission to make application and that the Board
President and Secretary will be required to sign the
application.
Item #307 – Capital Fund Income and Expense Plan -
An update was provided by R. Karbon and during his
report a member asked if there was a plan to review and
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